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What is NYC ZR § 32-411?

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This section mandates that all uses in C1, C5, C6-5, or C6-7 districts must be located within completely enclosed buildings, with exceptions for store fronts or windows related to eating and drinking establishments. The enforcement is subject to rules from an authorized agency after City Council legislation. Applies to property operators in specified commercial districts.

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§ 32-411 In C1, C5, C6-5 or C6-7 Districts

ZR § 32-411

C1 C5 C6-5 C6-7

In the districts indicated, all such uses shall be located within completely enclosed buildings except for store fronts or store windows, associated with eating and drinking establishments, which may be opened to serve customers outside the building upon the adoption of initial rules governing the Permanent Open Restaurants program by an authorized agency following authorizing legislation by the City Council.

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